Global Champagne Day 2019
On the 18th of October, it’s all about Champagne at InterContinental Budapest
On the 18th of October, let’s toast together to the Global Champagne Day at InterContinental® Budapest!
On this occasion, our hotel will bring together the most exclusive Champagne producers – taste the best items the Champagne region has to offer in one session and take part in our exclusive masterclasses held by ambassadors of Champagne houses. If you wish to start the celebration at noon, the ideal place for you is the Corso Bar with its interactive programs. From 5.30 pm, don’t miss out on our exclusive masterclasses at Club InterContinental Lounge where such famous Champagne Houses as Terroir, Deutz, Dom Pérignon or Moet&Chandon will guide you into the world of these top rank bubblies.
For more information about the programs, scroll down.
Location: Club InterContinental
With its elegant atmosphere and breath-taking views over the Royal Castle and the Chain Bridge, Club InterContinental Lounge provides an ideal place for our exquisite Champagne masterclasses. Be a part of this unique event, where besides the gourmet experiences, you may also have a sneak peek into the success stories of world-famous Champagne producers such as Terroir, Deutz or Dom Pérignon.
TERROIR CHAMPAGNE MASTERCLASS
Host:
Mr. Miloš Danihelka, founder of L’Fleur Champagne Bar in Prague
The course will be held in English
5.30 -7.00 pm
Our first master class will introduce you to the best of the Terroir Champagne. Savour the premium selection of champagnes from different, well-known producers in one section and let our host, Miloš Danihelka, enchant you with his special champagne stories.
Terroir Champagne assortment:
Cote des Blancs (south) – Doyard Clos de L’Abbaye 2011
Cote des Blancs (north) – Dhondt Grellet – Les Nogers 2012
Coteaux sud d’Epernay J-M Sélèque – Solisté 2013
Vallée de la Marne – Christophe Mignon – Coup de Foudre 2010
Montagne de Reims – Pierre Paillard – Les Maillerettes 2013
Grandé Vallée – R. Pouillon – Les Blanchiens 2010
Petit Montagne de Reims – La Closerie – Les Beguines
Historical style of Champagne – 18th Century Doyard – La Libertine
Price: 29 000 Ft/person*
*The price includes the items of the champagne assortment, a cheese and chocolate tasting menu and our Executive Chef’s special truffle pasta course.
Maximum capacity: 24 pax
Participation requires registration made in advance. Please reach out to our colleagues to book your spot: corso.restaurant@ihg.com or +36 1 327 6392.
DEUTZ CHAMPAGNE MASTERCLASS
Host:
Ms, Elizaveta le Floch, International Commercial Directior of Champagne Deutz
The course will be held in English
7.00-8.30 pm
On our second masterclass, our guests may savour the exquisite champagne selection of Deutz. The Champagne house was founded in 1838 and in each sip one may taste the centuries of special and personal attention the Deutz family has given to its grapevines. Thanks to Ms Elizaveta Le Floch you will surely get a sneak peek to the stories of Deutz.
Deutz Champagne assortment:
Deutz Brut Classic nv Magnum
Deutz Brut nv Rosé
Deutz Brut Millésime 2012 Magnum
Hommage à William Deutz „Meurtet” 2012
Hommage à William Deutz „la côte glacière” 2012
William Deutz 2009
Amour de deutz 2009
Price: 29 000 HUF/person*
*Price includes the items of the champagne assortment, a cheese and chocolate tasting menu and our Executive Chef’s special truffle pasta course.
Maximum capacity: 24 pax
Participation requires registration in advance. Please reach out to our colleagues to book your spot: corso.restaurant@ihg.com or 06 1 327 6392.
DOM PÉRIGNON AND MOET&CHANDON CHAMPAGNE MASTERCLASS
Host:
Mr. Ted Lelekas, brand ambassador of Moet&Hennesy brand
The course will be held in English
8.30-10.00 pm
Our third masterclass offers an unbeatable selection of award-winning champagnes from the Dom Pérignon and Moët&Chandon houses. The bubbly delicacies which will be tasted during the evening were carefully selected from exceptional years – Ted Lelekas brand ambassador will share the exciting stories behind them and so much more.
Exclusive assortment of champagnes:
Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2012
Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2008 Magnum
Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage Rosé 2009
Dom Pérignon 2008
Dom Pérignon 2008 Magnum
Dom Pérignon Rosé 2005
Moët & Chandon MCIII
Dom Pérignon P2 2000
Price: 49 000 HUF/person*
*The price includes the items of the champagne assortment, a cheese and chocolate tasting menu and our Executive Chef’s special truffle pasta course.
Maximum capacity: 24 person
Participation requires registration in advance. Please reach out to our colleagues to book your spot: corso.restaurant@ihg.com or +36 1 327 6392.
CHAMPAGNE DAY FROM noon AT CORSO
Location: Corso Bar
Those who wish to raise their glasses to the official day of beloved champagne earlier, the Corso Bar is the perfect venue. On the 18th of October, we await our guests from noon until 1.00 am with truly interactive programs. Meet up with one of the ambassadors representing their world-famous Champagne houses at the Bar, or just lay back on our comfy sofas with a glass of premium bubbly and enjoy the panoramic view of the Buda Castle – it is sure that your weekend will start off with a truly unforgettable experience.
CHAMPAGNE TOUR on the danube promenade
If you wish to take part in a unique experience, don’t miss out on Budapest’s very first Champagne Tour which is organized by the 3 historical hotels located next to the river banks. Let yourself be enchanted by world-renowned champagne specialities at Sofitel, InterContinental and Marriott and taste by glass award-winning items which can be ordered only by the bottle on an average day…
Price: 18 000 HUF/person*
*The price includes 9 award-winning champagnes (in each hotel 3 glasses of 50 ml champagnes) and the 12% service charge.